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Far from Hormuz, a second Middle East strait enters the crosshairs
A major shipping choke point on the Red Sea could come under Iran-sponsored attack to further disrupt global energy supplies.
Report: Energy recovery from Iran war could take years
An energy research firm expects the conflict's effect on fuel markets to outlive the war.
FEMA official: No plans to cut agency staff despite earlier reports
But a FEMA associate administrator warned Congress on Wednesday that its disaster fund is "rapidly depleting" under the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
Alberta and Canada reach deal on oil and gas methane emissions
The two sides agreed in principle to cut emissions from the oil and gas sector by 75 percent below 2014 levels by 2035.
JPMorgan exec calls out ‘vague’ carbon market contracts
The market for carbon credits has struggled to right itself after years of greenwashing allegations.
The ferocity of the downpour that flooded Hawaii surprised meteorologists
"We had no warning," said Honolulu's mayor as he toured the damage.
Mexico bets on supercomputer to combat extreme weather events
Named Coatlicue, after an Aztec deity, it will be used for climate predictions, energy planning and corruption prevention, among other issues.
Maryland Supreme Court rejects climate lawsuits
The court found three legal challenges from Maryland cities and one county against oil companies are "far afield" from matters of local or state law.
Prominent NASA climate scientist quits, citing cuts and eviction
Climate expert, speaker and author Kate Marvel cited "uncertainty" about NASA climate research as President Donald Trump cuts programs and cancels a lease.
Maryland governor backs retired coal plant’s conversion to gas
State officials have pledged expedited permitting for the project, which has come under fire from environmentalists.
Insurers move to block climate surcharge on premiums in Connecticut
State legislation would assess insurance policies covering fossil fuel infrastructure and fund projects to improve climate resilience.
Hundreds of Hawaiian homes damaged in floods; cleanup costs could top $1B
Gov. Josh Green called it the state's most serious flooding since 2004.
Kenya floods worsen as 2 rivers burst banks; death toll hits 88
The number of people displaced from their homes in flooding that started earlier in March has now reached over 34,000, the Interior Ministry said.
EU won’t reverse Russian gas ban or slow green transition, says energy chief
Dan Jørgensen said Europe should never again buy "one molecule" of Russian gas.
Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies
More coal use now will slow and possibly undermine long-term efforts to phase out coal-fired power in the region.
Offshore wind’s cloudy day had a silver lining
The country’s largest offshore wind farm started generating electricity Monday as another developer accepted nearly $1 billion to ditch two planned projects.
Why Democrats aren’t pulling the plug on permitting talks
The administration on Monday cheered a deal to end two offshore wind projects. Democrats aren't happy but are staying the course on permitting.
EPA watchdog vindicates selection process for Biden EJ grants
The inspector general said the previous administration set appropriate controls when awarding grants for curbing local pollution.
Minnesota aims to fund its home-hardening program — at last
The state has never approved grant money for its program to help residents upgrade their homes and protect against extreme weather.
New York’s governor softens commitment to ‘cap and invest’
Gov. Kathy Hochul once touted a carbon pricing program on a global stage but has been raising concerns about the potential costs.
